Products and supplies

1. Components - External suppliers

1.1. Isoflex Topas L 152 grease (MB 400)
1.1.1. Use
Lubrication of MB 400 rack slides, rack plug-in cams, etc.

1.1.2. Characteristics of
Isoflex Topas grease
Colour................................................................... beige
Working temperature (C) .................................... - 50 to + 150C
Consistency DIN 51818 (class NLGI) .................. 2
Worked penetration DIN ISO 2137 (0.1mm) ....... 265...295
Drop point DIN ISO 2176 ..................................... >185C

1.1.3. Address
Klber Lubrication
10-16 alle E.Ducretet
F-26000 Valence Cedex
Tel: +33 (0)4 75 44 84 24 (Commercial)
+33 (0)4 75 44 84 29 (Technical)
Fax: +33 (0)4 75 44 84 54

1.2. Klber Barrierta L 55/2 grease (MB 400)

1.2.1. Use
Lubrication of MB 400 rack plug-in probes, current socket pins, etc.
Another type of grease (Pyratex EP2) is also available from the
Schneider Electric Central Warehouse.
This grease must only be applied after the switchboard has been
cleaned in order to prevent deposition of dust or other particles.

1.2.2. Characteristics of
Barrierta L55/2 grease
Colour................................................................... whitish - cream
Working temperature (C) .................................... -40 to + 260
Consistency DIN 51818 (class NLGI) .................. 2
Worked penetration DIN ISO 2137 (0.1 mm) ...... 265...295
3
Density at 20C .................................................... 1.96 g/cm

1.2.3. Address
Klber Lubrification
10-16 alle E.Ducretet
F-26000 Valence Cedex
Tel: +33 (0)4 75 44 84 24 (Commercial)
+33 (0)4 75 44 84 29 (Technical)
Fax: +33 (0)4 75 44 84 54

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1.3. Amblygon TA 15/2 grease (MB, Prisma)

1.3.1. Use
Lubrication of the stainless steel bolts required to connect the bars.
This type of screws and bolts is used only on the connecting pads of
the Masterpact 4000 A.
The screws and bolts are lubricated only when they are fitted.

1.3.2. Characteristics
Grease ................................................................. s.sulf
Particularity 1 ....................................................... beige
Worked penetration (0.1mm) DIN 51804 ............. 300
Packaging ............................................................ box
Quantity................................................................ 1 Kg
Working temperature (C) .................................... - 20 to + 170
Drop point............................................................. > 220 C

1.3.3. Address
Klber Lubrification
10-16 alle E.Ducretet
F-26000 Valence Cedex
Tel: +33 (0)4 75 44 84 24 (Commercial)
+33 (0)4 75 44 84 29 (Technical)
Fax: +33 (0)4 75 44 84 54

1.4. Marking varnish (MB, Prisma)

1.4.1. Use
This varnish acts as a visual self-inspection indicator for torque
tightening.
It should preferably be applied on the nut side.
This varnish does not ensure mechanical locking.

1.4.2. Characteristics
Acrylic varnish
Ref: red adhesive
J.M 12 023 Bis
Other colours are available. A varnish of another colour (white) can
be used on the screws and bolts fitted when mounting fish plates on
the site.

1.4.3. Address
Ets J. Mespoulet
5, rue Des Renateaux
F-78930 Breuil Bois Robert
Tel: +33 (0)1 30 93 94 84
Fax: +33 (0)1 30 42 34 72

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2.2. Pyratex Ep2 grease (MB 400)

Central Warehouse reference: 18 327 913
2.2.1. Use
Lubrication of MB 400 rack plug-in probes, current socket pins, etc.
This grease should be applied only after the switchboard has been
cleaned in order to avoid deposits of dust or other particles.

2.2.2. Characteristics
For high temperatures,
Insoluble in solvent vapours, liquid oxygen, strong acids, water,
Infusible, excellent radiation withstand,
No oxidation of oil at 300 C in presence of oxygen

Basic oil........................................................ polyfluoropolyether

Thickener ..................................................... polytetrafluoropropylene
Limit working temperature C....................... -25 to +300
Density ......................................................... 2
Penetration................................................... 265 - 298
Viscosity index at 20C ................................ 1500 cSt
Viscosity index at 40C ................................ 360cSt
Pour-point C................................................ 45
Weld load with a 4-ball tester....................... 5000 N

2.3. Polyamide clamps (MB, Prisma)

For cables 50mm

2.3.1. Use
Clamps used to bind cables with a cross-section greater than or
2
equal to 50 mm and flexible bars.
Must have sufficient mechanical resistance (electrodynamic force
withstand).
Implementation
Refer to the electrical switchboard implementation guide, version
CG 0041.

2.3.2. Characteristics
Type ..................................................................... clamp
Material ................................................................ polyamide
Colour................................................................... black
Particularity .......................................................... UV stabilised
Working temperature (C) .................................... -30 to + 105
Fire resistance ..................................................... 94 V 2
Width .................................................................... 9 mm
Load ..................................................................... 80 Kg

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For cables < 50mm

2.3.3. Use
2

Clamp used to bind cables with a cross-section less than 50mm .

Production of strands and arrangement of bindings:
refer to the electrical switchboard implementation guide, version CG
0041.

2.3.4. Characteristics
Available in various widths and lengths:
Type ..................................................................... clamp
Material ................................................................ polyamide 66
Working temperature (C) .................................... -40 to + 85
Fire resistance ..................................................... 94 V 2

2.4. Insulator
2.4.1. Use
The insulators are used for mechanical fastening of connection bar
holds, distribution busbars, etc. These parts are also insulated from
the metal supports to which the insulators are secured.
These insulators are also available under the following Masterbloc
references:
Insulator (20 parts)
height 35 - ref.: 705858
Insulator (20 parts)
height 26 ref.:705930

2.4.2. Characteristics
Insulating material ................................................ polyester FV
Insert material ...................................................... steel
Insert surface protection ...................................... galvanised
Rated ac voltage .................................................. 1000 V
Working temperature ........................................... -20 to + 120 C
UL fire resistance ................................................. 94 V 0

2.5. Polyester braided sleeves

2.5.1. Use
These braided sleeves are used to protect the wire bundle at the
door or front plate hinges.

2.5.2. Address
Hellerman
2, rue des Htres
BP 130
F-78196 Trappes Cedex
Tel: +33 (0)1 30 13 80 00
Fax: +33 (0)1 30 13 80 60

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2.9. Stainless steel screws and bolts (MB, Prisma)

2.9.1. Use
Screws and bolts used to connect bars on the pads of Masterpact
devices than 4000 A.
Stainless steel screws and bolts must be mounted already
lubricated (grease is Amblygon TA 15/2).
Comply with the tightening torque applicable for this screw type. Use
of stainless steel screws and bolts limits flow of eddy currents, due
to its non-magnetic properties, thus avoiding excessive overheating
at the Masterpact connecting pads.

2.9.2. Characteristics
Screw
Material ................................................................ stainless steel
Grading ................................................................ z7 cnd 17.11.02
Quality class......................................................... a4-80
Grade ................................................................... A
Type ..................................................................... 2
Head shape.......................................................... hexagonal
Screw cutting profile............................................. ISO metric
Thread direction ................................................... right
Screw end ............................................................ chamfered end
Tensile strength ................................................... 800 n/mm 2
Nut
Material ................................................................ stainless steel
Quality class......................................................... a4-80
Grade ................................................................... A
Type ..................................................................... 2
Screw cutting profile............................................. ISO metric
Thread direction ................................................... right
Inlet chamfer ........................................................ yes
Washer
Function ............................................................... braking
Shape................................................................... ribbed conical
Symbol ................................................................. cs
Material ................................................................ stainless steel
Grading ................................................................ z6 cndt 17.12
Quality class......................................................... a4-80
Vickers hardness min. sur ................................... 270 hv
Vickers hardness max. sur. ................................. 335 hv

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3. Individual tools
3.1. Fitters tool box
3.1.1. Use
Minimum tools required to make a complete low voltage
switchboard:
Assembly of internal components and cubicles
Production and assembly of distribution bars
Making the cabling (power and control)
Finishes

3.1.2. Composition
This list, which is not complete, is given by way of guidance.
Quantity

Description

Quantity

Description

Tool box

6 unstopped box wrench

3.5 x 75 flat screwdriver

7 unstopped box wrench

4 x 150 flat screwdriver

8 unstopped box wrench

5.5 x 200 flat screwdriver

10 unstopped box wrench

6.5 x 40 flat screwdriver

13 unstopped box wrench

8 x 150 flat screwdriver

16 unstopped box wrench

10 x 150 flat screwdriver

17 unstopped box wrench

1 x 100 recessed head screwdriver 1

19 unstopped box wrench

2 x 125 recessed head screwdriver 2

8x10 ended offset ring wrench

3 x 150 recessed head screwdriver 1

13x17 ended offset ring wrench

2 x 250 recessed head screwdriver 1

13x16 ended offset ring wrench

1 x 40 recessed head screwdriver

17x19 ended offset ring wrench

5.5 combination wrench

7x8 machinists wrench

6 combination wrench

10x13 machinists wrench

7 combination wrench

17x19 machinists wrench

8 combination wrench

13 Combination wrench

10 combination wrench

NB: in view of supplier diversity, we provide no information on

references.
Continued overleaf.

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